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Which of the following are found in extreme saline conditionsA. ArchaebacteriaB. EubacteriaC. CyanobacteriaD. Mycobacteria

Answer» Correct Answer - A
Archaebacteria are the most primitive form of bacteria. These live in diverse habitat, e.g. extreme hot temperature saline condition, variable pH, etc. Saline bacteria are called Halophiles (e.g, Halobacterium, Halococcus).
Concept Enhancer Tho ability of archaebacteria to survive in such conditions is due to the presence of branched lipid chain in their membrane, which reduces the fluidity of their membrane.


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